3 years after surgery with Z-lig®

06-02-2025

Follow-up from 2 weeks to 3 years post-surgery:

Three years after his surgery in December 2021, we had the pleasure of seeing this Belgian Malinois again, operated on with the Z-lig® (UHMWPE) 48 / 19 fibers (6 000 N) implant.

Video – 2 weeks post-surgery:

During a clinical examination with the referring veterinarian, followed by a training session, the results were very encouraging:

Stable stifle
No joint laxity
No residual lameness
Full endurance during daily activities

We are pleased to see that STIF – Pet Care, with its uniquely engineered implant technology, is helping to advance the surgical treatment of ligament and tendon injuries in both dogs and cats.

The recommended surgical techniques ensure a fast recovery for the animal and peace of mind for pet owners during the post-operative period.

Video 3 years after surgery:

The advantages of free fibers

2025-07-16

Free fibers offer two major advantages.1. Mechanical resistance:In the active zone of the implant (Z-lig®), the residual fatigue resistance (combined tension, flexion, and torsion) of free fibers is significantly higher than all other tested structures (12 million cycles), whether woven, knitted, or braided, which degrade more or less rapidly (structure elongation) and release debris into the joint before mechanical failure.Free fibers produce no particle debris, and elongation after this testing phase was approximately 2%. 2. Promotes fibroblast colonization and growth of new collagen aligned with the direction of tensionThe architecture of free fibers is porous and conducive to fibroblast infiltration (unlike braided structures, which are dense, opaque, and minimally permeable). When a healthy remnant of the cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) is present, it should be preserved as much as possible, as it facilitates fibroblast regrowth and the development of collagen oriented along the direction of tension.

Training session dedicated to the use of Z-lig®

2025-04-07

Recap of Our Training on Using Z-lig® for Cranial Cruciate Ligament ReconstructionThe 6th of April, participants had the opportunity to:Discover the strong legacy of STIF – Pet Care in human surgery and its expertise in veterinary orthopedics.Explore the evolution of our free fibers technology, specifically adapted for veterinary surgery.Learn more about current and potential applications, and practice the cranial cruciate ligament reconstruction technique in dogs. In the morning, participants focused on theory and discussion around the fundamental principles.In the afternoon, hands-on work on anatomical specimens: participants performed a cranial cruciate ligament reconstruction in dogs, carefully reviewing each technical step to master all the essential aspects—especially the details that optimize post-operative recovery and ensure long-term stability of the results.A warm thank you to our instructors, Drs. Antonio Munhoz & Geoffrey Pagès (Dipl. ECVS), for their expertise and teaching skills, and to Neo Animalia for its commitment to high-quality training.📆 Upcoming sessions in this format: September 27 (EN) & September 28 (FR), 2025 📍 Louvain-La-Neuve 📩 Registration is open : sign up now.

7 days post op after Z-lig® surgery

7 days post Z-lig surgery on athletic patient with excellent musculature speeding the recovery process. The advantage of the Zlig®:Anatomical reconstruction of the ruptured ligamentNon irreversible damagesRestoration of the stability of the joint in all positionsVery easy post operative care and quick recoverySurgery performed by Dr Carlos Pascual.

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